The Silent Wings Museum in Lubbock has officially opened its latest exhibit, From A Grateful Nation: Honoring the American Glider Pilot. This exhibit offers an in-depth glimpse into the harrowing campaigns of American troops during World War II.

Silent Wings Museum New Exhibit

Pilots were not only responsible for critical wartime missions, but they were also relied upon to transport special cargo and troops directly into the battlefield. The museum has collected medals and decorations from countless veterans whose families and loved ones graciously donated.

Visitors can explore options for group tours, educational programs, and even class field trips on the museum’s website. Guided tours typically last about 90 minutes. The museum is located at the former South Plains Army Air Field site and has been open since 2002.

The Silent Wings Museum was formed by several former army pilots in 1971 to preserve their history. After acquiring a retired WACO CG-4A glider, the association decided to build a museum to store the glider. The first Silent Wings Museum opened in Terrell, Texas, in 1984, before moving to Lubbock in 2002.

Those interested in donating to the museum can call (806) 775-3047 or visit the ‘Support Us’ page on their website.

Original reporting: News/Talk 790 KFYO (Lubbock) — read the source article.